To Advocate for One’s Self

AM Psalm 78:1-39 • PM Psalm 78:40-72
Neh. 9:26-38 • Rev. 18:9-20 • Matt. 15:21-28

Take a moment right now.

Breath in deeply, then exhale slowly. Read the next sentence and then close your eyes for a minute or two.

What is my greatest need today?

Lord, have mercy on me.

And again, a deep inhalation followed by the release of outward breath.

What is my greatest need this very moment?

Lord, have mercy on me.

Speak your need aloud. “Jesus, Son of David, my need is…”

Just as the woman in our Gospel reading this morning advocates for herself and her family as recipients of the healing work of Jesus, we too are called to advocate for ourselves.

Name your need. Proclaim the worth or your life. You deserve to have your needs met. You deserve to be healed, to be loved, to be well, to be.

Let us pray together for strength that we might have a faith like this woman who asks for what she needs:

O God, the source of all health: So fill my heart with faith in your love, that with calm expectancy I may make room for your power to possess me, and gracefully accept your healing; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Book of Common Prayer - Prayers for use by a Sick Person: For Trust in God

Written by Samantha Clare

Samantha Clare loves Jesus, fresh cut flowers, and baby snuggles.